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Subject: Re: How to set CM5500 to play USCF 1800-2000?

Author: John Merlino

Date: 19:42:27 08/06/02

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On August 06, 2002 at 22:39:27, Kerry McDermott wrote:

>Hi,
>
>I'm looking to play against a class A computer opponent.  I'm rated USCF 1743
>and playing CM5500 full strength (on celeron 800 machine) is hopeless (though
>instructive).  I'd like to win from time to time.  How can I set CM5500 to play
>about 1900 using the same time control as I am using - say game/60?  If I set it
>for 1 second per move, turn off hash tables and thinking on my time and
>selective search, that is about right (actually still a bit too high).  However,
>not exactly like playing in a tournament.  Any suggestions would be greatly
>appreciated.  Thanx.
>
>Kerry

Your best bet is to either play against the "Light" or "Easy" personalities
(which were very poorly named, IMHO) with "Game -> Quick Level Set", or
experiment by making your own personalities based on those two. That way, you
can choose whatever time control you are comfortable with.

jm



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